Chow Chow

Chinese Crested and Pug

206 BC

Unknown

Brown

Blue
Hazel
Brown
Amber

Black

Black
Brown

Black
Fawn
Cream
Red

Black
Fawn
Blue
Brown
Cream
Pied
White
Sable

Chinese Shar-Peis have medium-length coats.

Pugeses have short coats.

A Chinese Shar-Pei can have a litter of 8-12 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Pugese can have a litter of 2-5 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Entropion
Hip Dysplasia
Kidney Problems
Chinese Shar-Pei Fever
Mast Cell Tumors

Patellar Luxation
Dental Disease
Pug Dog Encephalitis
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca (Dry Eye)

Patellar Luxation
Elbow Dysplasia
Demodectic Mange
Skin Problems
Heat Sensitivity

Canine Hip Dysplasia
Glaucoma
Lens Luxation
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Skin Diseases and Disorders

Eye
Hip
Elbow
Blood
Knee
X-Rays
Physical Examination

Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Dental and Oral Examinations
X-rays or other radiographic imaging

Chinese Shar-Peis need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Pugeses require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Napping, Exploring, Jogging, Walking, Cuddles, Sniffing, Fetch, Sleeping, Running, Going on walks, Chewing bones, Cuddling, Eating Snacks, Walk, Tug-of-war, Play, Walks

Cuddles, Fetch games, Long walks, Cuddletime, Treattime, Grooming, Treat time, Sitting, Riding in Car

Chinese Shar-Peis are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

Pugeses are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Pugese dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Chinese Shar-Pei, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Pugese, it's at least 5 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Chinese Shar-Peis usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Pugeses usually need at least 30 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Ideally, Chinese Shar-Pei should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pugese should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 45-60 pound (20 - 27 kg) Chinese Shar-Pei feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 11-15 pound (5 - 7 kg) Pugese feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Chinese Shar-Pei is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Pugese is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Chinese Shar-Pei is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Pugese is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Chinese Shar-Peis are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

Pugeses are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Chinese Shar-Peis are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Pugeses have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.